Villarreal has a strong interest in the 27-year-old Spanish right-back Óscar Mingueza, who is a free agent after his contract with Celta Vigo concluded. The club faces strong competition, as Unai Emery's Aston Villa is currently in an advantageous position, with the ability to offer higher salaries and Champions League participation. Additionally, according to Tuttosport, Juventus has renewed its interest in the player. A potential transfer of Mingueza to the Turin club in January did not happen because Celta Vigo requested compensation of at least two million euros. The Spanish international, who has 4 caps for his country, has a current market value of €18.00 million, according to Transfermarkt.